CENTENNIAL EXPRESS
December
Meet The
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Table of Contents [4-5] December Calendar
[6-7] November Highlight
[8] Inclusive Holidays
[9] Study Tips & Resources [12] Winter Break Things to Do
[10-11] Res-cipe
[13] Winter Movie Recommendations
[14] WInter Safety Tips
[15] Student Highlight
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[16] *Upcoming* Prom Night
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Res CUP
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22 OFFICE CLOSED
Centennial Christmas Dinner
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(dEC 22ND-dEC 26TH)
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31 Omisoka
New
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Hanukkah (begins)
Studying Strategies
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Bodhi Day
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Move Out Day!
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1 YEar
Fall Semester End Date
LOS pOSADAS
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Christmas
Boxing Day
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Winter Break (begins)
Kwanzaa (begins)
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M o n e y W ise
F in a n cial F iesta
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Res Cup
Nov
IN REVIEW
D olla r & D ice
HO, HO,HO
C r e d it S c
M o vie N ig ht
o re T rivia
G in gerbrea d H o use
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Nov
IN REVIEW
P u m p kin C u r vin g
HO, HO,HO
H allo w een!
Exam Study Tips Stay hydrated Make sure to take breaks as it will help the information stick! Create a study Group Review information in multiple ways (ex reading, writing and speaking it) Get lots of sleep Write down your questions to ask your teacher’s so you don’t forget them
Ingredients 1. 150ml milk 2. 50ml double cream 3. ¼-½ tsp dark brown sugar 4. ½ orange, zested 5. Pinch of ground ginger 6. Pinch of ground cinnamon 7. 1 clove 8. 2 drops of vanilla extract 9. 50g dark chocolate, chopped To Garnish 1. Whipped cream 2. 1 mini gingerbread crushed
Method Stir the milk, cream, sugar, orange zest and spices together in a saucepan, then bring to a simmer over a low heat. Remove from the heat and pour through a sieve into a jug, discarding the clove and orange zest. Pour the warm infused milk back into the pan and stir in the vanilla and chocolate until the chocolate has melted and is smooth. Return the pan to a low heat to warm through, if needed, then pour into a heatproof mug. Top with whipped cream and crushed gingerbread biscuits, if you like, then serve.
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon INGREDIENTS -4 strips thick-cut bacon -2 tablespoons butter -1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved -1/2 large onion, chopped -Salt and freshly ground black pepper Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate, then roughly chop. In same pan with bacon fat, melt butter over high heat. Add onions and Brussels Sprouts and cook, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss bacon back into pan. Serve immediately.
Canada’s Wonderland Winterfest
Christmas Market Vaughan, On L64 1S6 Lakeside Festival of Lights
Distillery District
Lakeshore, Burlington
Things to do this Winter Break Outdoor Skating
AGO
Nathan Philips square
Dundas Street W, Toronto
Go Sledding Riverdale park
Hello
WINTER Grab a blanket, a cup of hot cocoa, and let these films transport you to the magical, enchanting world of winter wonder! POLAR EXPRESS
ELF
THE SHINING
THE HOLIDAY
HOME ALONE
BLACK CHRISTMAS
SPIRITED
FROZEN
THE GRINCH
PADDINGTON
Winter safety tips
dress in layers
Stay dry
Watch for ice
use proper Heating sources
Stay hydrated
keep extremities covered
RESIDENT HIGHLIGHT
Sinikiem Azaiki This resident’s enthusiasm and unwavering commitment to community engagement has led her to the well deserved recognition as Resident of the month. She attended the annual K-Cup competetion and her boundless energy encouraged team spirit and unity among the team. Thank you Sini, your efforts do not go unnoticed!!
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Editors Janet Shin Editor In-Chief Courtney Wong Newsletter Manager Residents Assistants Contributors